SATURDAY, APRIL 19, 2025

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Bristol Police: Arrests for DUI, domestic assault, credit card fraud

Monday, April 7 Danielle N. Joly, 41, of 25 Homestead Ave., Warren, was charged with domestic simple assault and domestic disorderly conduct. A complainant reported finding a tree-mounted …

Bristol council will hear Fourth of July petitions

Months after it was announced that the Bristol Fourth of July concerts would be moving from Independence Park on Bristol Harbor to Roger Williams University, the Bristol Town Council will discuss …

Devault proudly accepts the honor of leading the Fourth

Dick Devault, retired Navy captain, was the Bristol Fourth of July Patriotic Speaker in 2018 (above) and the Hattie Brown Award-winner in 2021. This year, he has the celebration’s highest honor, serving as the 2025 Chief Marshal.

Dick Devault does not expect many surprises during his tour as 2025 Bristol Fourth of July chief marshal. When it comes to the Fourth in Bristol, the retired Navy captain has pretty much seen it all. …

The call of the wild in the East Bay — calls for environmental advocacy

“Waaah” is a sound not sought by most, but there are some who seek it nightly. They head outside, after sunset, specifically … Read More

Hard work, great food and church-honored traditions

It’s a tradition that goes back a number of years at St. Elizabeth’s Church, where a number of parishioners gather each Friday … Read More

Rain, rain, (don’t) go away — Bristol's rain gardens want you to stay

April showers bring May flowers — and floods. For this, there is a solution. A rain garden offers both curb appeal and a way to use … Read More

Sandy shores open doors at Save The Bay’s Hamilton Family Aquarium

Sand is a curious substance — soft yet gritty, smooth underfoot but rough to the touch. It’s fun to play with at the beach, yet … Read More

Portsmouth Police deal with DUI, warrant, suspended licenses

PORTSMOUTH — Here are some recent arrests made by the Portsmouth Police Department: Monday, April 7 Trinity M. Abeyllez, … Read More

$3.8M loan will lead to safe drinking water again on Prudence Island

PRUDENCE ISLAND — It will take a while, but Prudence Island residents can at least look forward to the return of safe drinking … Read More

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Gardeners have the best dirt

The smell of dirt is intoxicating. It is said to be a natural antidepressant. It’s spring, and it’s Earth Month — the perfect time to get dirty. The Eastern Rhode Island …

Food and wine, more food and more wine …

Some people just want to sit down. Rhode Island’s foodie culture calls for more than just chain restaurants and drive-throughs that cater to the fast-paced, on-the-go lifestyle many have …

Business Expo features two prominent business leaders

One of those “Wouldn’t it be nice if …” moments will soon become a real-life moment when the 2025 East Bay Business Expo arrives at Roger Williams University next week. …

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Obituaries

Robert Poniatowski Robert A. Poniatowski, 90, of Portsmouth, R.I., passed away on April 17, 2025. He was the husband of Helen Mello Poniatowski. He was born in Central Falls on January 8, 1935, the son of the late Josep

Dr. Louis D'Errico 100, a retired dentist passed away April 8, 2025. He was the husband of the late Donna (Hoel) D'Errico. He is survived by his children Daniel D'Errico, Bruce D'Errico and Carole Donnelly; four grandch

Janet Lake Lifelong Bristolian|Janet Lake, 76, of Bristol, Rhode Island, passed away on April 14, 2025, at the Lincolnwood Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center in North Providence, Rhode Island following a period

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Sports

Mt. Hope baseball club collects first Division I win of the spring The Mt. Hope High School baseball team went countertrend in the early going of its 2025 Division I regular season en route to picking up its first league of the spring, 9-5, over host Pilgrim in …

Huskies nab another boys' volleyball victory Coming off its best win to date in the still young 2025 season, a 3-2 victory on the road over Division II Juanita Sanchez, the Mt. Hope High School boys' volleyball team opened the new week with a …

Wins keep coming for some Mt. Hope High spring sports squads The end of last week featured another set of impressive wins by respective Mt. Hope High School sports squads. Boys' volleyball In Providence, the Mt. Hope boys' volleyball team secured a 3-2 …

Mt. Hope boys' volleyball, lacrosse start springs strong The Mt. Hope High School boys' volleyball and lacrosse teams are off to superb starts to the respective 2025 seasons, both with just one loss two weeks into their spring slates. Boys' volleyball …

Opinion

Letter: More news as the British get closer to Bristol

In case you haven’t heard, the British will be coming to Bristol May 16 to 18 (Don’t worry, patriotic Bristolians are going to send them packing!). In addition to historical …

Letter: Let’s see if citizens have the fortitude for town leadership

In response to Mike Proto’s letter to the editor, “ Citizens are motivated to make change, ” Bristol Phoenix, April 10, I offer the following for consideration. Although I can …

Letter: What can you do? Get involved

As we bear witness to the rapid dismantling of our governmental institutions, many of us are feeling a sense of hopelessness and helplessness. While there may be little we can do here in Bristol to …

Letter: On the paper's letters policy, and national politics

This paper’s decision, based on some opaque policy, to print letters to the editor on local issues only is their rightful business. This decision may rest on the belief that national …

Letter: Remember the ladies

To the editor: I am writing regarding the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act which just passed the US House and is headed for the US Senate. I urge you to contact all senators to demand …

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